KENTUCKY HORSE PARK, KY

Description

The Kentucky Horse Park is an equine theme park and competition facility celebrating mankinds relationship with the horse. Set on more than 1,200 acres in the heart of Kentucky's famous Bluegrass region, the park is home to approximately 50 different breeds of horses, at work and at play. In addition to regular programs and presentations, the park hosts the most comprehensive schedule of equestrian events in the country.

Geography:

The Kentucky Horse Park is an agency of the Kentucky Commerce Cabinet. The park is home to the National Horse Center, which comprises more than 30 national and regional equine organizations. At the park entrance, visitors are welcomed by the majestic Man o' War Memorial. One of the greatest race horses to ever live, Man o' War symbolizes the courage, strength, and magnificence of all horses. From March 15 through November 15, the park is open seven days a week. Admission includes the International Museum of the Horse--a Smithsonian Affiliate--and the American Saddlebred Museum. The Visitor Information Center provides material detailing the park's attractions and special events.

Recreation:

Steeplechasing, horse shows, carriage driving competitions, polo, art and crafts fairs, and dog shows are some of the many activities which keep the park a lively and ever-changing attraction. See the film "Thou Shalt Fly Without Wings" in the Visitors Center theater for an educational and exciting introduction to the park. Visit the museums, The International Museum of the Horse, the largest of its kind in the world, and The American Saddlebred Museum. The Ferrier Shop blacksmith exhibits his iron-pounding craft. Visitors can see 24 of the park's nearly 50 breeds of horses in the Breeds Barn, watch the twice daily Parade of Breeds March-October, see champion horses in the park's Hall of Champions, and visit the horses that pull the park's tour trolleys in the Draft Horse Barn. Children's pony rides and trail rides on horseback take visitors through the countryside around the park.

Facilities:

One of America's finest resort campgrounds, the Kentucky Horse Park Campground, has 260 campsites with electrical and water hookups, paved pads, fire rings, and picnic tables. A full-service facility, the campground has a grocery store and gift shop, two bathhouses with modern conveniences, laundromats, and two dump stations. Planned recreational activities, lighted tennis and basketball courts, a swimming pool, playgrounds, games of horseshoes and croquet, and square-dancing in the recreation pavilion are just a few of the recreation choices. Several rental facilities including a group pavilion and a lounge are available for group events.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility

ATM/ Cash Machine

Admin Service, Copying

Admin Service, Faxing

Art & Museum

Basketball Net/Court

Bathhouse

Bicycle Riding

Camping backcountry

Camping equestrain group

Camping, Primitive

Catering

Convenience Store

Dump Station

Emergency Services

Fire Rings

Gift/Souvenir Shop

Grills

Grocery stores

Group Cooking Facilities

Hiking Trail

Horse Stalls

Horseback Riding

Horseshoe Pitching

Horseshoes

Hot Showers

Information Center

Interpretive Center

Interpretive Display

Jogging/Running

Laundry

Lifeguards (Seasonal)

Maintenance Housekeeping

Maintenance, Facility

Maintenance, Rv/Camper

Meeting Space

Museum

Newspapers

Office/Ranger Station

Officer/Ranger Station

Parking

Parking.

Pay Telephone

Picnic Pavilion

Picnic Shelter

Picnic Tables

Picnicing

Playground

Ranger Station

Recreation Programs

Rentail Seasonal concessions

Restaurant

Restrooms

Retail, Drinks

Retail, Firewood

Retail, Ice

Retail, Snacks

Retail, Store/Gift Shop

Retail, Supplies

Seasonal Festivals

Shelters

Stargazing

Sunbathing

Swimming - Pool

Tennis

Tennis Court

Trails Hiking/Walking easy

Trails,Equestrain

Volleyball

Volleyball Net

Walking

Water Drinking

Within 10 Miles

Antiquing

Car Rental

Churches

Dining

Historic Sites

Hospital

Mall

Motel

Propane

Town

area attraction

Greater Than 10 Miles

Airport

Boating, Jon (Paddle)

Scenic driving routes

Sightseeing

Winery Tours

Alerts and Important Information

Please note that this campground does not have water between November 16th to March 14th.

Please note:

The maximum reservation window is 12 months in advance to the date.

New Inventory is made available when the call center opens.

There is a 1 night minimum stay during the week at all parks.

There is a 2 night minimum stay on peak season weekends at all parks with the exception of the Kentucky Horse Park.

The minimum stay on peak season weekends at the Kentucky Horse Park is 1 night.

Customers may arrive on a Friday or Saturday and stay a minimum of two nights.

Customer service is authorized to fill in any empty spaces caused by the 2-night weekend stay rule.

Please note the following:

Longer minimum night stays are required at most campgrounds during holiday periods.

Parks prohibits the importation firewood by campers from any state outside of Kentucky. This is in an effort to help prevent the introduction of the Emerald Ash Borer into the state. Firewood is available for sale in the state park campgrounds.
http://parks.ky.gov/regulations/firewood.htm

Kentucky Campground sites can be occupied by a maximum of 8 occupants. Four (4) adults and children 16 and under are included in the base rate. Each additional adult is $5.00 per night will be collected upon arrival at the park.